As a veterinary student, much of your education focuses on diagnosing and treating complex diseases. However, when you enter small animal practice, you’ll likely spend a significant amount of your time managing common conditions like cancer and administering treatments such as chemotherapy. While this may seem like a specialized area of practice, having a solid…
Behavioral issues are a common challenge in small animal practice, and they often come up during routine wellness visits or through specific concerns raised by pet owners. While some clients recognize their pet’s behavior problems and seek help, others may not be aware until the veterinary team brings it to their attention. Regardless of how…
Communicating with Pet Parents: A Guide to Flea Control and Beyond Hello, everyone! I’m Julie Legred, and today I want to share some insights on effectively communicating with pet owners to enhance the health and happiness of their furry friends. Engaging with pet parents is a crucial part of our daily activities, and there’s a…
What is Vet BLUE®?
FAST is an acronym that stands for Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma. It is an ultrasound exam developed by trauma surgeons (yes trauma surgeons) in the 1990s and used in people as a screening test for the detection of free fluid in the abdominal cavity, ascites, and the pleural cavity including pleural effusion and pericardial effusion. In 2004 the translational study from humans to dogs was published by Boysen and colleagues out of Tufts.
Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro reviews the pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis. She then discusses the diagnosis and treatment of DKA patients, including identifying and treating underlying causes of insulin resistance and nutritional support. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Karyn Bischoff reviews the roles of veterinarians and the FDA in pet food safety. She discusses common types and sources of contamination, including natural contaminants, formulation errors, and adulteration. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Lenore Bacek discusses the management of cats with urinary obstruction. She reviews clinical signs and physical exam findings that indicate potential obstruction. She then provides instruction on initial stabilization, unblocking, and aftercare. Course Handout Course Details
